About Sealachi
The gear behind the dive
Sealachi is the exclusive distributor for Ugly Fish custom drysuits in Egypt, connecting divers across the Middle East, Turkey, Australia, and Sweden with handmade Italian drysuits built to their exact body measurements.
Based in Hurghada and operating under Lazuli Global, we handle ordering, measurement guidance, and after-sales support including a full drysuit service centre for all brands.
Our Story
How Sealachi came about
Getting a proper custom drysuit in Egypt, the Middle East, and beyond used to mean navigating international orders on your own, guessing at measurements, and hoping for the best. We started Sealachi to fix that.
We chose Ugly Fish because they build suits the way we think suits should be built: one at a time, by hand, in Italy. Fothergill trilaminate, Cordura 1000, Masterseal zippers, proprietary fabrics like Kryptonite. No mass production, no shortcuts. Just materials that hold up and craftsmanship you can see in every seam.
Sealachi operates under Lazuli Global, which gives us the logistics backbone and business infrastructure to deliver reliably. We combine local knowledge with global standards to serve divers across the region.
Our Values
What we stand behind
Quality Over Quantity
We stock what we would dive in ourselves. If a product doesn't earn its place through construction quality, material choice, and real-world performance, we don't carry it. Simple as that.
Expert Guidance
Buying a drysuit is not like picking a wetsuit off the rack. We walk you through model selection, material trade-offs, and the measurement process so you end up with a suit that actually fits the diving you do.
Custom Fit
Every Ugly Fish suit is built from scratch to your body measurements. No standard sizing, no adjustments from a template. Proper fit matters for trim, comfort, and keeping water where it belongs.
Reseller Support
We work with dive shops and instructors who want to offer premium drysuits to their clients. You get reseller pricing, product training, and marketing support. Our goal is to build partners who know the gear inside out.
Material Technology
The materials inside
Ugly Fish works with Fothergill trilaminate fabrics and a range of reinforcement materials. Each one does a different job.
Fothergill 360g Trilaminate
360g/m²The backbone of the Ugly Fish range. Three layers: nylon outer, butyl rubber membrane, nylon inner. They keep water out and hold up dive after dive. Proven across thousands of suits worldwide.
Fothergill 500g Trilaminate
500g/m²Heavier trilaminate built to take hits on the upper limbs: elbows, forearms, and shoulders. This is the tougher half of the Medusa's dual-trilaminate zone construction.
Fothergill 400g Trilaminate
400g/m²Lighter trilaminate that sits across the torso, where you need flex and freedom of movement more than armour. The other half of the Medusa's dual-trilaminate zone system.
Cordura 1000 Denier
1000-denier nylon that shrugs off rock scrapes, line abrasion, and general hard use. Applied to the zones that take the most punishment: knees, seat, groin, chest, and arms. Holds its shape season after season.
Kevlar / Aramid Polymers
600g/m² (Stone)Aramid fibre, the same family of materials used in body armour. Extremely tough, cut-resistant, and heat-resistant. Used as reinforcement panels or as full suit construction material in the Stone, where it forms a shell that takes serious abuse without complaint. A cold-water favourite for wreck and cave divers. The Ninja's Kevlar/Silicone hybrid offers a versatile alternative across all environments.
Kryptonite
Ugly Fish's own cut-resistant reinforcement fabric. It stops blade nicks, cable abrasion, and the kind of wear that shreds lesser materials in wrecks and caves. Proprietary weave, built in-house. Performs well across diving conditions. The Ninja builds on this platform as the premium all-environment choice.
Ceramic/Cordura
Cordura with ceramic particles woven into the fibre. The ceramic hardens the surface against fine abrasion, the kind of micro-damage you pick up brushing past silty overheads. Used on the upper body sections of the Ninja.
Components & Systems
Hardware and systems
Seal Systems
Latex Seals
Classic latex wrist and neck seals. They seal tight, dry fast, and are simple to replace yourself if one tears on a dive trip.
Neoprene Seals
Smooth-skin neoprene wrist and neck seals. Softer on the skin than latex, longer-lasting, and they still seal well. A popular choice among cold-water divers who want comfort without compromise.
Silicone Seals
Silicone wrist and neck seals. They outlast latex by a wide margin, feel gentler on the skin, and won't trigger allergies. Also available in custom colours. Available as an upgrade on any suit.
QCS Quick-Change System
Quick-change ring system for wrist seals. Pop a torn seal off, click a fresh one in. No tools, no glue, done in seconds. Works with latex, neoprene, or silicone rings. Available as an upgrade.
Zipper Systems
Masterseal Waterproof Zipper
The main waterproof closure on every suit. Masterseal zippers are the industry standard, used by professional drysuit makers worldwide because they simply work, dive after dive.
Protective External Zipper
A second zipper on the outside that shields the Masterseal from grit, UV, and physical knocks. Simple addition, but it adds years to the life of your waterproof closure.
Bronze Zipper Upgrade
Bronze teeth instead of polymer. Runs smoother, resists salt corrosion better, and handles years of heavy use. Worth the upgrade if you dive saltwater regularly.
Aquasure Sealing
Every zipper-to-fabric junction is sealed with Aquasure polyurethane sealant. It stays flexible, bonds permanently, and adds a second line of defence against leaks.
Valve Systems
Inflator Valve
Chest-mounted inflator that connects to any standard LP hose. Press the button, add air, control your buoyancy. Simple and reliable.
Exhaust Valve
Auto-dump valve on the left upper arm. Twist the knob to set the venting rate: tighter for slower dumps on deco stops, looser for quick ascent control. Adjustable to suit your style.
P-Valve Installation
Relief valve fitted during suit construction so the connection is watertight from day one. Choose between Heser (with quick-disconnect) or Sitech systems.
Boot Systems
Integrated Boots
Hard-sole boots built right into the suit. Reinforced soles handle rocky shore entries and boat decks without needing separate footwear.
Neoprene Socks
Thin neoprene socks built into the suit legs. Slimmer profile underwater and cleaner trim. Rock boots available separately for shore entries.
About Sealachi: FAQ
Where are Ugly Fish drysuits made?
Italy, start to finish. The Fothergill trilaminate is cut, stitched, and sealed by hand in the Ugly Fish workshop. Every seam gets Aquasure sealant, and all materials are European-sourced. Nothing is outsourced or subcontracted.
How is Sealachi related to Ugly Fish?
Sealachi is the exclusive authorised distributor in Egypt, with non-exclusive distribution to Turkey, Australia, Sweden, and the wider Middle East. We handle ordering, measurement guidance, and after-sales support. Think of us as the bridge between you and the Italian factory. Sealachi is a Lazuli Global company.
Can I visit the Sealachi service center?
Absolutely. We're based in Hurghada, Egypt. Drop in for suit fittings, measurements, service drop-offs, or just to talk gear. Send us a WhatsApp or email to set up a time.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. We serve divers in Egypt, Turkey, Australia, Sweden, and across the Middle East. Suits ship from Italy to your location. Timelines vary by region, so get in touch for a delivery estimate.